| Title | Eka-Ratna architecture style |
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| Description | Eka-Ratna is a Bengali temple style characterized by a square or rectangular base with a single tower (ratna) rising from the center, often influenced by regional vernacular traditions. |
| Tags | Eka-Ratna Bengali temple architecture Ratna Tower Bengali temple Chala Terracotta Vernacular Hindu architecture |
| Style ID | INHF-110089691-18-11-25-EA |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/eka-ratna-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/styles/eka-ratna-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 3 |
| Primary Sites | 2 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 19, 2025 |
| Regions | Bengal Tripura West Bengal Bangladesh |
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| Time Periods | 17th Century CE 18th Century CE 19th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Malla dynasty Tripura Kingdom Local Zamindars |
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Vaishnava temples Shakta temples |
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| Associated Deities | Krishna Durga Shiva |
| Primary Materials | Brick Terracotta Laterite Stucco |
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| Architectural Features | Single tower (ratna) Square or rectangular base Curvilinear roof Curved cornices Chala roof elements Square plan Terracotta panels Curvilinear cornices Arcuate openings |
| Keywords | Eka-Ratna Bengali temple architecture Ratna Tower Bengali temple Chala Terracotta Vernacular Hindu architecture |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Banglar Mandir | Book | Comprehensive study of Bengali temple architecture |
| Bengal Temples | Book | Comprehensive overview of Bengali temple architecture. |
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Jagannath Temple Agartala | Primary | 100% |
| Taraknath Temple Tarakeswar | Primary | 100% |
| Bhubaneswari Temple Udaipur Tripura | Secondary | 100% |